
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mills College Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Mills College, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mills College?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mills College Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $765 | $1,650 |
| Mills College 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,075 | $1,999 |
| Mills College 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
| Mills College 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,883 | $2,650 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Available Mills College Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mills College area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at MacArthur Heights priced from $765. Granite Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,660. Here are the most affordable Mills College apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacArthur Heights | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Granite Pointe Apartments | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,660 |
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mills College, CA
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mills College area is the $2.88 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 3809 Maybelle Avenue in the in the Mills College neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Mills College apartment is the 3201 64th Ave Model at 3201 64th Ave, Unit C starting at $3,050 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Mills College neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mills College apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3809 Maybelle Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 3201 64th Ave, Unit C | 3201 64th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 4814 Daisy St, Unit 4814 | 4814 Daisy St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 6939 MacArthur Blvd | 6939 MacArthur Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Granite Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| MacArthur Heights | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mills College Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mills College?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mills College is under $2,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mills College?
The cheapest apartment in Mills College is Granite Pointe Apartments which is listed at $2,213, while the average apartment in Mills College costs $2,950.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mills College?
Cheap apartments in Mills College have an average cost of $301 which is $2,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mills College.
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